Sr. Associate, Internal Audit & Advisory Services

The Internal Audit & Advisory Services Associate/Senior Associate will be responsible for supporting, and at the senior level, leading elements of the annual audit plan, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, operational audits, and risk and process-improvement assessments. This position offers the opportunity to grow with a collaborative team, learn from experienced auditors and gain exposure to all aspects of the company’s operations and management team. Target Responsibilities: Audit & SOX Support: Support execution of the annual audit plan, including SOX compliance and operational audits. Assist with and independently conduct risk assessments and document business processes through flowcharts and narratives. Coordinate and lead walkthroughs, perform key control testing, and prepare audit workpapers to support audit findings. Risk & Process Improvement: Identify risks and opportunities for improvement within business processes across the organization. Assist in, and at the senior level, lead in developing recommendations and remediation plans for identified control deficiencies. Collaborate with management and control owners to ensure control changes and corrective actions identified from audits and assessments are implemented timely and effectively resolve identified issues. Promote best practices designed to add value, improve Resources’ operations, and mitigate financial, regulatory and operational risks. Collaboration & Communication: Develop and maintain effective working relationships with business process owners and internal stakeholders to gather information, advise, discuss audit results and provide recommendations to strengthen internal controls. Build trust and credibility with management, leadership and co-workers across the organization. Support a culture of ethical values and fraud risk awareness. Collaborate with external auditors and co-source partners as needed. Continuous Learning & Development: Develop and deepen knowledge of internal audit practices, SOX requirements, and operations. Take initiative to learn and proactively implement best practices for continuous improvement in team processes. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Information Systems, or a related field. Associate: 1-3 years of relevant experience (internships included), including prior audit experience in public accounting or corporate internal audit. Senior Associate: 3-5 years of relevant experience with demonstrated progression in audit responsibilities. General understanding of accounting principles and financial statement disclosure requirements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a willingness to challenge the status quo. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and professionally to various audiences. Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a team environment. Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to uncompromising professional and ethical standards. Preferred Qualifications: CPA or CIA certification or actively progressing toward one. (Senior Associate candidates are strongly encouraged to hold or be near completion of a certification.) Experience with Sarbanes-Oxley, COSO Framework, risk assessments, control analysis and audit methodologies. Experience drafting control deficiencies and corrective actions and communicating them to management. At the senior level, demonstrated experience independently managing audit engagements and interfacing directly with business stakeholders. Proficient with Microsoft Office products as well as Optro/Auditboard or similar audit platforms.